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Peach Mousse
53%LRV Value
Warm (Golden)Undertone
Peach Mousse Technical Profile
What color is Peach Mousse? It's a medium warm red with the hex code #E5B6A7. Colors similar to Peach Mousse include Sherwin-Williams Mellow Coral, Sherwin-Williams Smoky Salmon, Hirshfield's Embrace. Peach Mousse has a warm (golden) undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 53, Peach Mousse sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. Pair it with creamy off-whites like Alabaster for trim, walnut or cherry hardwoods, and brass hardware — the warmth keeps reds from feeling clinical. Deep forest green or navy work as bold accent walls. Reds intensify under 2700K-3000K warm bulbs, deepening into wine territory. Under 4000K+ cool LEDs they can read pinker or slightly washed — sample under your actual room lighting before committing.
Colors Similar to Peach Mousse
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Peach Mousse
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Peach Mousse
#E5B6A7
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#BAA978
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Peach Mousse
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Peach Mousse Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Peach Mousse.
More red colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the red family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Peach Mousse — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Peach Mousse have?
Peach Mousse by Benjamin Moore has a warm (golden) undertone and belongs to the red color family.
What colors match Peach Mousse from other brands?
The closest matches are Mellow Coral by Sherwin-Williams (#E3B5A8), Smoky Salmon by Sherwin-Williams (#E2B6A7), Embrace by Hirshfield's (#E8B8A7). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Peach Mousse?
Peach Mousse has an LRV of 52.9, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Peach Mousse's warm (golden) undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.